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A taste of spring on Tuesday before a wet, windy Wednesday

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:42:02 GMT

The daily forecast from Idaho's trusted KTVB First Alert Weather team.

Meridian church group stranded in Israel as flights remain grounded amid rising tensions

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:29:30 GMT

A group of Idahoans from a Meridian church are currently stuck in Israel as flights remain grounded.

Man accused of kidnapping and killing Michael Vaughan appears in court ahead of preliminary hearing

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:11:56 GMT

Stacey Wondra is charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, destruction of evidence and a persistent violator charge in connection with Vaughan’s death.

Boise Fire cleaning up non-toxic chemical spill near Victory Street

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:11:51 GMT

Boise Fire Department contained a non-toxic chemical spill near Victory and Wright Streets. No roads were closed.

Guatemalan man accused of exploiting children for labor in Idaho

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:36:27 GMT

A Guatemalan man in Idaho faces federal charges for allegedly exploiting children and employing undocumented workers.

Former Bronco Kage Casey participates in NFL combine

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:53:40 GMT

Casey, a three-year starter and two-time first-team all-conference selection, finished near the bottom of offensive linemen in all three drills he participated in.

Mom Matters: Flipping the narrative

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:08:55 GMT

Is "doing it all" attainable or just an old wive's tale?

Lucky Peak State Park: The perfect Spring Break day trip

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:07:59 GMT

Boating, fishing and family-friendly beaches

Tensions in Iran may soon raise Idaho gas prices, warns AAA

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:01:04 GMT

Gas prices are stable in Idaho for now, but Middle East tensions could soon drive costs up. A potential supply disruption in Iran may push prices above $3.

North Idaho friends recount snowmobile crash in the backcountry, crawling for miles to reach safety

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:42:29 GMT

A man crawled for hours after he crashed on his snowmobile in the backcountry beyond Lookout Pass, suffering a broken leg and a back injury.

7's Hero: Nampa twins wrap up 13-year birthday wish tradition with a final donation to the Idaho Foodbank

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:58:32 GMT

Caleb and Emma Wiese are celebrating their 18th birthday with a final year of giving to Treasure Valley nonprofits. They started doing this when they were just five.

Iranian professor at Boise State weighs in on U.S., Israeli strikes, says many feel relief

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:40:22 GMT

A Boise State professor from Iran shares his perspective on the recent U.S. and Israeli strikes, saying many Iranians feel a sense of relief.

First Alert Weather: March opens with multiple rounds of active weather

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 03:57:16 GMT

Travel and outdoor activities will be impacted by rain, snow and wind on Monday and Wednesday.

Overnight lane closures expected on I-84 for first week of March

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 02:58:25 GMT

The Idaho Transportation Department is closing two eastbound lanes of Interstate 84 overnight, March 2-10.

Idaho's own Hilary Knight makes appearance on SNL

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:50:55 GMT

The Sun Valley native and her teammate, Megan Keller, lit up the stage in their (well-deserved) gold medals from Milan.

Man riding a scooter struck by vehicle dies at Meridian scene

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:02:37 GMT

Police are seeking any information about an incident involving an electric scooter operator who was struck Saturday night around 11 p.m. near Settler's Park.

Boise protesters rally against U.S., Israeli strikes on Iran

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:13:01 GMT

People gathered at Boise City Hall on Saturday evening to speak out against the strikes on Iran.

Senate committee opts for looser restrictions on short-term rentals

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:53:32 GMT

Idaho lawmakers are addressing bills that would affect how cities and counties could restrict short-term rentals.

Single vehicle crash kills Twin Falls man near Filer

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:39:19 GMT

A 49-year-old Twin Falls man died in an early Saturday rollover crash north of Filer, according to the Idaho State Police.

Idaho lawmaker pushes to restore program that pays parents to care for children with disabilities

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:53:37 GMT

Idaho can't find caregivers for children with severe disabilities and won't pay parents for the care either. One lawmaker is fighting to change that.

Caldwell intersection to close for roundabout construction

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:26:36 GMT

The Linden Street and Ward Road intersection will close as part of a roundabout project. The closure is expected to last until construction concludes this spring.

Environment Northwest: False spring shifts timing for plants and wildlife

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:26:32 GMT

A warmer, low-snow winter across southwest Idaho triggered a false spring, accelerating plant growth and giving invasive species an edge.

Caldwell School District names sole finalist for superintendent

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:20:46 GMT

The Caldwell School Board named Jeremy "Scot" Montoya as the lone finalist for district superintendent following an eight-hour executive meeting.

Idaho legislative recap: Key bills spark statehouse debate

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 02:44:30 GMT

Idaho lawmakers advance a proposal to protect potential federal land acquisitions, facing debates on state control vs. financial risk, and more.

Idaho group seeks clothing donations to help farmworkers during March event

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:57:01 GMT

The Idaho Organization of Resource Councils urges local participation in a clothing drive to support farmworkers in honor of César Chávez.

Interactive map and timelines tracking COVID-19 numbers and trends in Idaho

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 22:58:02 GMT

See the latest COVID-19 data as we track deaths as well as confirmed, probable and recovered coronavirus cases.

Caldwell residents weigh in on quiet zone proposal that would silence train horns at railroad crossings

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:58:24 GMT

Caldwell remains divided over quiet zones at seven railroad crossings, silencing 110-decibel train horns that would otherwise go off throughout the city.

Zoo Boise amputates meerkat pup's limb to ensure 'long term comfort and health'

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:42:42 GMT

Zoo Boise's veterinary team amputated a meerkat pup's limb to ensure its health after intensive monthlong care.

Interfaith Sanctuary secures certificate of occupancy for new shelter

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:35:14 GMT

The City of Boise has granted Interfaith Sanctuary a certificate of occupancy for its new 42,500-square-foot shelter home on State Street.

Viewpoint: Boise Mayor discusses Stage 4 of reopening, Black Lives Matter and police reform

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 13:55:53 GMT

Boise Mayor Lauren McLean talks with Doug Petcash about some of the critical issues facing the city.

KTVB Student News: Boise High School debates cell phone usage limits

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:12:49 GMT

Students and staff weigh in whether the current policy goes too far or not far enough.

De León a la Antártida: la travesía imparable de Andy Dorantes

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:26:29 GMT

Esa pasión pronto se convirtió en una obsesión por explorar más allá de cualquier límite.

Police arrest 2 in Meridian chase; cocaine, meth and bath salts seized

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:12:46 GMT

A pursuit ended in Meridian with the arrest of two men, accused of orchestrating a dangerous drug drop off.

Caldwell man arrested, charged with rape and child abuse

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:11:39 GMT

Caldwell Police said the victim is known to the suspect. He is being held on a $2 million bond.

West Boiseans want new library, but that's only one option for growth

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:48:46 GMT

The group, formed in 2022, has gathered over 1,300 signatures in support of opening a new library in West Boise.

Committee advances bill requiring districted city councils from Caldwell to Coeur d'Alene

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:09:09 GMT

A new bill in Idaho seeks to reshape local elections for cities with populations over 25,000, shifting from at-large representation to district-based voting.

Federal judge orders new salmon protections after Trump reversal of Biden deal

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:58:58 GMT

A federal judge in Oregon has ordered narrow changes to hydropower dam operations on the Columbia and Snake rivers in the Pacific Northwest to help salmon.

Middleton Mayor Jackie Hutchinson dies at 74, city says

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:26:12 GMT

Hutchinson passed away "peacefully at home, surrounded by family," the City of Middleton said. City hall will be closed Friday in honor of her memory and service.

Idaho House Committee advances bill requiring local law enforcement to seek ICE partnerships

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:16:14 GMT

A proposal that would mandate statewide cooperation with federal immigration authorities is now headed to the Idaho House floor.

Boise's seasonal off-leash dog program closes Feb. 28

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:32:02 GMT

Boise's seasonal off-leash program ends this weekend, shifting dog restrictions at parks. As spring sports begin, key complexes will ban dogs as well.